how do i get special permission to take my drone on royal caribbean

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 17, 2016

I would like to take my drone on the cruise this may 2016.

so that I can take pictures on our stops. I am not planning on using the drone while we are sailing.

have anybody gotten special permission from royal caribbean? to do this.

Soloing · Feb 19, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
I would like to take my drone on the cruise this may 2016.

so that I can take pictures on our stops. I am not planning on using the drone while we are sailing.

have anybody gotten special permission from royal caribbean? to do this.

Why would you even need special permission!? Why do you ask on here instead of just asking them directly?

erikgraham · Feb 19, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
I would like to take my drone on the cruise this may 2016.

so that I can take pictures on our stops. I am not planning on using the drone while we are sailing.

have anybody gotten special permission from royal caribbean? to do this.

Just be aware that you can't take off from a boat. It won't let you. Well, it might if the boat is still and the water is flat. But you'll have to take off from land - which it sounds like your planning.

LuvMyTJ · Feb 19, 2016

erikgraham said:
Just be aware that you can't take off from a boat. It won't let you. Well, it might if the boat is still and the water is flat. But you'll have to take off from land - which it sounds like your planning.

Lots of people film from boats. Cruise lines however have been known to confiscate drones since some people decided to fly from the ship, off balconies, etc.

erikgraham · Feb 19, 2016

LuvMyTJ said:
Lots of people film from boats. Cruise lines however have been known to confiscate drones since some people decided to fly from the ship, off balconies, etc.

Well you probably can take off from the deck of a cruise ship at dock, but I wasn't referring to what will be allowed... I was referring to the issues the Solo has initializing on anything but firm stable ground. Hopefully we will get the long awaited "boat mode" soon.

Cosber · Feb 19, 2016

I've only been on one cruise and at the speed they travel, it would be way to windy to fly while moving. And it doesn't ever stop in the ocean.

Chuck · Feb 19, 2016

I believe that you can take your Solo on board, but have to turn it over to the crew while sailing. When you reach your ports of call, they will give it back, and then you are subject to whatever port you are in and their regs, if any. You would be wise to check your cruise line, as well as each ports regulations.

JeffKay · Feb 19, 2016

I just went on a cruise with Princess on Jan 2 and I took my solo. It got confiscated at embarkation, like it was a pound of drugs! I got a claim check for it, so I can take it on ports of call. They do not want you to fly it around the ship, even in port. I fly it around Puerto Vallarta. Very cool.

Here is the video. Didn't get the chance to edit yet.

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Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

I really do thank all of, you guys for the info and comments
I am following-up with the cruise line now.
and yes i am only planning on using the drone while on shore, only.

I will let everyone know how it goes for me.

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

sorry about all of the bad spelling, but I am on the phone with the cruise line, and trying to post comments to this post at the same time.

J R · Feb 20, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
sorry about all of the bad spelling, but I am on the phone with the cruise line, and trying to post comments to this post at the same time.

Craig,

Don't sweat the small stuff!

Semper Fi, Brother. I hope you have a great trip and I look forward to seeing some vids!

Jerry

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

thanks.
sempi fi

J R · Feb 20, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
thanks.
sempi fi

Semper Fi, not "sempi fi", maybe I misjudged.

"Semper fidelis is a Latin phrase that means "always faithful" or "always loyal". In the United States it is best known as the motto of the United States Marine Corps. Elsewhere, it is a common motto for towns, families, schools, and military units."

Jerry

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

J R said:
Semper Fi, not "sempi fi", maybe I misjudged.

"Semper fidelis is a Latin phrase that means "always faithful" or "always loyal". In the United States it is best known as the motto of the United States Marine Corps. Elsewhere, it is a common motto for towns, families, schools, and military units."

Jerry

jerry...sorry about that....I am a U.S.Marine....I am multi-tasking...at least trying...I am not doing a very good job...on the phone...reading post's....email....checking my online boarding information for the ship...

"Semper FI" - Devil Dog...Always...and forever...

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

I am also doing a lot of misspelling...

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

Jerry,

You ever been to Indianapolis?

The reason that I am asking...is because one of the guys I work with is from South Dakota.

Rob Dougherty · Feb 20, 2016

erikgraham said:
Just be aware that you can't take off from a boat. It won't let you. Well, it might if the boat is still and the water is flat. But you'll have to take off from land - which it sounds like your planning.

Considering these cruise ships are doing up to 20 knots with relative wind and gusts greater than this you are just begging to lose your solo if you attempt to fly it while underway and they will also tell you that they value the privacy of their guests so flying within view of the passengers is forbidden.

Craig L. Johnson - USMC · Feb 20, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
Jerry,

You ever been to Indianapolis?

Rob Dougherty said:
Considering these cruise ships are doing up to 20 knots with relative wind and gusts greater than this you are just begging to lose your solo if you attempt to fly it while underway and they will also tell you that they value the privacy of their guests so flying within view of the passengers is forbidden.

I do not want to fly while sailing. I understand all of this. I have been on aircraft carrier. I spend a lot of time in the U.S. Marines. i only want to used my drone when the ship make stops. we will be stopping at Jamaica, Haiti, and Cozumel. I throught that it would be nice to get some cools pictures when I stop at these places. Me and my wife will be celebrating our anniversary.

J R · Feb 20, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
You ever been to Indianapolis?

Sorry Craig, that mispelling got me. Been through Indy many times but just for work. Retired now. Good luck on the cruise!

Jerry

Daniel Larson · Apr 29, 2016

Craig L. Johnson - USMC said:
I would like to take my drone on the cruise this may 2016.

so that I can take pictures on our stops. I am not planning on using the drone while we are sailing.

have anybody gotten special permission from royal caribbean? to do this.

What did you find out? I'm going on Oasis of the Seas next month and would like to take mine. Just don't know who to contact.